The future's bright: the Queen and Prince Philip check out 3D. Photograph: John Giles/Getty Images

As if 3D TV wasn't exciting enough already – what do you mean, what 3D TV? – the Queen has done her bit for the third dimension by trying on a pair of 3D spectacles during a vist to the University of Sheffield's Advanced Manufacturing Research centre. And very flattering they look too, Ma'am. Sky will doubtless be preparing for a 3D special of the royal wedding next year. Wow man, it's like you could almost put the ring on your own finger.